Benjamin Šeško is quickly developing a fascinating habit whenever Manchester United face Everton: wait until the game is deep into the second half, then strike! 👀🔥
The Slovenian striker has now found the net against Everton in two separate meetings this year, and both goals came after he was introduced from the bench. That is some serious super-sub energy! 🥶🔴
Back in February, Šeško came on and produced the decisive moment in a cagey encounter at Everton. With the game heading towards a frustrating stalemate, the striker reacted brilliantly to a Bryan Mbeumo delivery and fired United ahead in the 71st minute. His goal ultimately secured a precious 1-0 victory.
Fast-forward to September, and history almost repeated itself.
With Manchester United locked in another tense battle at Everton, Šeško was once again called upon from the bench. And once again, he delivered when the pressure was at its highest. 🤯
This time, his header in the closing stages restored United’s lead and looked set to send the Red Devils home with another huge victory at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
That makes Šeško’s Everton record even more intriguing. Two meetings, two goals, both coming after entering the match as a substitute. 😳🔥
It also fits a pattern that has made the 22-year-old such a dangerous weapon for United. Earlier in the year, Šeško scored late against both Fulham and West Ham after coming off the bench, establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s most effective impact substitutes.
His ability to attack tired defenders, stretch the back line and make decisive movements inside the box gives United a completely different threat late in matches. 🚀
And against Everton? It is becoming almost predictable.
Šeško comes on. The clock keeps ticking. Everton starts sweating. Šeško scores. 😭😂🔥
Unfortunately for United, his latest Everton goal was not enough to secure all three points. Ainsley Maitland-Niles produced a stunning stoppage-time equaliser to rescue a 2-2 draw for Everton, turning what looked like another Šeško-inspired United victory into a frustrating afternoon for Michael Carrick’s side.
Still, one thing is becoming crystal clear: when Benjamin Šeško sees Everton on the fixture list, he seems to know exactly where the goal is. 👀🎯
The next time he comes off the bench against them, Everton defenders might want to start watching the clock… because the later it gets, the more dangerous Šeško becomes! 🥶⚽🔥